Position: Conservation Technician Intern

Location: 912 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965

Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2025 4:00 p.m.

Starting Wage: $16-$17 per hour – plus Social Security, Medicare

Position Purpose:
Under general supervision, the individual holding this position will assist with outreach on conservation work in the county, assist with water quality sample collection, assist with field work for cost share programs, and perform other duties of a similar nature or level. Please see a tentative workplan outline below.

This position is funded by the Fillmore SWCD for approximately 800 hours (plus or minus).
Start and end dates of the position are open for discussion.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Please see a tentative workplan outline below.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in, or recent graduate of, the study of agriculture, natural resources conservation, environmental studies, or a related field.
• Farming background highly recommended.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must have skills in basic concepts of math, algebra, and geometry
• Knowledge of GIS and GPS highly recommended

Application Procedure:
Applicants must submit a completed Fillmore Soil and Water District application for employment including an unofficial transcript and the contact information for two references. Applications can be picked up or requested at the Soil and Water Conservation Office at 912 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN 55965, (507) 887-0240, or accessed online at below. Individuals selected for interviews will be contacted by phone.

Application Deadline is April 10th, 2025.